Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Then Bathsheba bowed down with her face to the ground, prostrating herself before the king, and said, “May my lord King David live forever!” New Living Translation Then Bathsheba bowed down with her face to the ground before the king and exclaimed, “May my lord King David live forever!” English Standard Version Then Bathsheba bowed with her face to the ground and paid homage to the king and said, “May my lord King David live forever!” Berean Standard Bible Bathsheba bowed facedown in homage to the king and said, “May my lord King David live forever!” King James Bible Then Bathsheba bowed with her face to the earth, and did reverence to the king, and said, Let my lord king David live for ever. New King James Version Then Bathsheba bowed with her face to the earth, and paid homage to the king, and said, “Let my lord King David live forever!” New American Standard Bible Then Bathsheba bowed with her face to the ground, and prostrated herself before the king and said, “May my lord King David live forever.” NASB 1995 Then Bathsheba bowed with her face to the ground, and prostrated herself before the king and said, “May my lord King David live forever.” NASB 1977 Then Bathsheba bowed with her face to the ground, and prostrated herself before the king and said, “May my lord King David live forever.” Legacy Standard Bible Then Bathsheba bowed with her face to the ground, and prostrated herself before the king and said, “May my lord King David live forever.” Amplified Bible Bathsheba bowed down with her face to the ground, and laid herself face down before the king and said, “May my lord King David live forever!” Christian Standard Bible Bathsheba knelt low with her face to the ground, paying homage to the king, and said, “May my lord King David live forever! ” Holman Christian Standard Bible Bathsheba bowed with her face to the ground, paying homage to the king, and said, “May my lord King David live forever!” American Standard Version Then Bath-sheba bowed with her face to the earth, and did obeisance to the king, and said, Let my lord king David live for ever. Contemporary English Version Bathsheba bowed with her face to the ground and said, "Your Majesty, I pray that you will live a long time!" English Revised Version Then Bath-sheba bowed with her face to the earth, and did obeisance to the king, and said, Let my lord king David live for ever. GOD'S WORD® Translation Then Bathsheba bowed down with her face touching the ground in front of the king. "May Your Majesty, King David, live forever!" she said. Good News Translation Bathsheba bowed low and said, "May my lord the king live forever!" International Standard Version "King David," Bathsheba said as she bowed low in front of the king with her face to the ground, "your majesty, may you live forever." Majority Standard Bible Bathsheba bowed facedown in homage to the king and said, ?May my lord King David live forever!? NET Bible Bathsheba bowed down to the king with her face to the floor and said, "May my master, King David, live forever!" New Heart English Bible Then Bathsheba bowed with her face to the ground, paying homage to the king, and said, "Let my lord king David live forever." Webster's Bible Translation Then Bath-sheba bowed with her face to the earth, and did reverence to the king, and said, Let my lord king David live for ever. World English Bible Then Bathsheba bowed with her face to the earth and showed respect to the king, and said, “Let my lord King David live forever!” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Bathsheba bows—face to the earth—and pays respect to the king, and says, “Let my lord, King David, live for all time.” Young's Literal Translation And Bath-Sheba boweth -- face to the earth -- and doth obeisance to the king, and saith, 'Let my lord, king David, live to the age.' Smith's Literal Translation And Bath-sheba will bow the face to the earth and worship to the king, and say, My lord king David shall live forever, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Bethsabee bowing with her face to the earth worshipped the king, saying: May my lord David live for ever. Catholic Public Domain Version And Bathsheba, having lowered her face to the ground, reverenced the king, saying, “May my lord David live forever.” New American Bible Bowing to the floor in homage to the king, Bathsheba said, “May my lord, King David, live forever!” New Revised Standard Version Then Bathsheba bowed with her face to the ground, and did obeisance to the king, and said, “May my lord King David live forever!” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen Bath-sheba bowed with her face to the earth and did obeisance to the king, and said, Let my lord King David live for ever. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Bathsheba bowed down on her face on the floor and she worshiped before the King, and she said: “Let my Lord King David live for eternity!” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Then Bath-sheba bowed with her face to the earth, and prostrated herself to the king, and said: 'Let my lord king David live for ever.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And Bersabee bowed with her face to the ground, and did obeisance to the king, and said, Let my lord king David live for ever. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context David Renews His Oath to Bathsheba…30I will carry out this very day exactly what I swore to you by the LORD, the God of Israel: Surely your son Solomon will reign after me, and he will sit on my throne in my place.” 31Bathsheba bowed facedown in homage to the king and said, “May my lord King David live forever!” Cross References 1 Samuel 24:8 After that, David got up, went out of the cave, and called out to Saul, “My lord the king!” When Saul looked behind him, David bowed facedown in reverence 2 Samuel 9:6 And when Mephibosheth son of Jonathan, the son of Saul, came to David, he fell facedown in reverence. Then David said, “Mephibosheth!” “I am your servant,” he replied. 2 Samuel 14:4 When the woman from Tekoa went to the king, she fell facedown in homage and said, “Help me, O king!” 2 Samuel 16:4 So the king said to Ziba, “All that belongs to Mephibosheth is now yours!” “I humbly bow before you,” said Ziba. “May I find favor in your eyes, my lord the king!” 2 Samuel 19:18 and crossed at the ford to carry over the king’s household and to do what was good in his sight. When Shimei son of Gera crossed the Jordan, he fell down before the king 1 Kings 2:19 So Bathsheba went to King Solomon to speak to him for Adonijah. The king stood up to greet her, bowed to her, and sat down on his throne. Then the king had a throne brought for his mother, who sat down at his right hand. 2 Kings 4:37 She came in, fell at his feet, and bowed to the ground. Then she picked up her son and went out. Esther 3:2 All the royal servants at the king’s gate bowed down and paid homage to Haman, because the king had commanded that this be done for him. But Mordecai would not bow down or pay homage. Esther 8:3 And once again, Esther addressed the king. She fell at his feet weeping and begged him to revoke the evil scheme of Haman the Agagite, which he had devised against the Jews. Matthew 2:11 On coming to the house, they saw the Child with His mother Mary, and they fell down and worshiped Him. Then they opened their treasures and presented Him with gifts of gold and frankincense and myrrh. Matthew 8:2 Suddenly a leper came and knelt before Him, saying, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.” Matthew 9:18 While Jesus was saying these things, a synagogue leader came and knelt before Him. “My daughter has just died,” he said. “But come and place Your hand on her, and she will live.” Matthew 15:25 The woman came and knelt before Him. “Lord, help me!” she said. Matthew 20:20 Then the mother of Zebedee’s sons came to Jesus with her sons and knelt down to make a request of Him. Mark 5:22 A synagogue leader named Jairus arrived, and seeing Jesus, he fell at His feet Treasury of Scripture Then Bathsheba bowed with her face to the earth, and did reverence to the king, and said, Let my lord king David live for ever. did reverence 2 Samuel 9:6 Now when Mephibosheth, the son of Jonathan, the son of Saul, was come unto David, he fell on his face, and did reverence. And David said, Mephibosheth. And he answered, Behold thy servant! Esther 3:2 And all the king's servants, that were in the king's gate, bowed, and reverenced Haman: for the king had so commanded concerning him. But Mordecai bowed not, nor did him reverence. Matthew 21:37 But last of all he sent unto them his son, saying, They will reverence my son. Let my 1 Kings 1:25 For he is gone down this day, and hath slain oxen and fat cattle and sheep in abundance, and hath called all the king's sons, and the captains of the host, and Abiathar the priest; and, behold, they eat and drink before him, and say, God save king Adonijah. Nehemiah 2:3 And said unto the king, Let the king live for ever: why should not my countenance be sad, when the city, the place of my fathers' sepulchres, lieth waste, and the gates thereof are consumed with fire? Daniel 2:4 Then spake the Chaldeans to the king in Syriack, O king, live for ever: tell thy servants the dream, and we will shew the interpretation. Jump to Previous Age Bathsheba Bath-Sheba Bathshe'ba Bowed Boweth David Earth Face Forever Ground Herself Honour Kneeling Live Obeisance Prostrated ReverenceJump to Next Age Bathsheba Bath-Sheba Bathshe'ba Bowed Boweth David Earth Face Forever Ground Herself Honour Kneeling Live Obeisance Prostrated Reverence1 Kings 1 1. Abishag cherishes David in his extreme age5. Adonijah, David's darling, usurps the kingdom 11. By the council of Nathan 15. Bathsheba moves the king 22. And Nathan seconds her 28. David renews his oath to Bathsheba 32. Solomon, by David's appointment, 38. being anointed king by Zadok and Nathan, the people triumph 41. Jonathan bringing the news, Adonijah's guests fly 50. Adonijah, flying to the horns of the altar, is dismissed by Solomon Bathsheba bowed facedown in homage to the king Bathsheba's act of bowing facedown signifies deep respect and submission, a common practice in ancient Near Eastern cultures when approaching royalty. This gesture indicates her acknowledgment of King David's authority and her plea for his favor. In the biblical context, bowing is often associated with worship or reverence, as seen in Genesis 18:2 when Abraham bows before the three visitors. Bathsheba's action also reflects the cultural norms of the time, where women, especially those in the royal court, would demonstrate their loyalty and respect through physical gestures. and said, “May my lord King David live forever!” Persons / Places / Events 1. BathshebaThe wife of King David and mother of Solomon. She plays a crucial role in ensuring Solomon's succession to the throne. 2. King David The second king of Israel, known for his heart for God and his significant role in Israel's history. At this point, he is elderly and nearing the end of his reign. 3. Solomon The son of David and Bathsheba, who is to succeed David as king. His future reign is marked by wisdom and prosperity. 4. Adonijah David's son who attempts to usurp the throne, prompting Bathsheba's intervention. 5. Jerusalem The capital city of Israel and the location of David's throne, where these events unfold. Teaching Points Respect for AuthorityBathsheba's act of bowing facedown demonstrates respect and submission to God-ordained authority. In our lives, we are called to respect and honor those in leadership, recognizing their role in God's plan. The Power of Advocacy Bathsheba's intervention on behalf of Solomon shows the importance of advocating for justice and truth. We are encouraged to stand up for what is right, even when it requires courage and boldness. God's Sovereignty in Leadership Despite human attempts to alter God's plans, His purposes prevail. This passage reminds us to trust in God's sovereignty over the leaders He appoints. Legacy and Influence Bathsheba's influence on Solomon highlights the impact of parental guidance and legacy. We are called to invest in the next generation, imparting wisdom and faith. Prayer and Blessing Bathsheba's blessing, "May my lord King David live forever," reflects a heart of prayer and blessing. We are encouraged to speak life and blessings over others, trusting God with their futures.Verse 31. - Then Bathsheba bowed with her face to the earth, and did reverence to the king [see on vers. 16, 23], and said, Let my lord king David live forever. [This hyperbolical expression is here only used of a Hebrew monarch. It was constantly addressed to the Babylonian and Persian kings. See Daniel 2:4; Daniel 3:9; Daniel 5:10; Daniel 6:21; Nehemiah 2:3. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Bathshebaשֶׁ֤בַע (še·ḇa‘) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 1339: Bathsheba -- perhaps 'daughter of oath', the mother of Solomon bowed וַתִּקֹּ֨ד (wat·tiq·qōḏ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 6915: To shrivel up, contract, bend the body, in deference facedown אַפַּ֙יִם֙ (’ap·pa·yim) Noun - md Strong's 639: The nose, nostril, the face, a person, ire in homage וַתִּשְׁתַּ֖חוּ (wat·tiš·ta·ḥū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hitpael - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 7812: To depress, prostrate to the king לַמֶּ֑לֶךְ (lam·me·leḵ) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king and said, וַתֹּ֕אמֶר (wat·tō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “May my lord אֲדֹנִ֛י (’ă·ḏō·nî) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 113: Sovereign, controller King הַמֶּ֥לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king David דָּוִ֖ד (dā·wiḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse live יְחִ֗י (yə·ḥî) Verb - Qal - Imperfect Jussive - third person masculine singular Strong's 2421: To live, to revive forever!” לְעֹלָֽם׃ (lə·‘ō·lām) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5769: Concealed, eternity, frequentatively, always Links 1 Kings 1:31 NIV1 Kings 1:31 NLT 1 Kings 1:31 ESV 1 Kings 1:31 NASB 1 Kings 1:31 KJV 1 Kings 1:31 BibleApps.com 1 Kings 1:31 Biblia Paralela 1 Kings 1:31 Chinese Bible 1 Kings 1:31 French Bible 1 Kings 1:31 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Kings 1:31 Then Bathsheba bowed with her face (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) |
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